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Before & After Explore!
Enrolled in Springfield Public School’s summer Explore Program? Join SPARC before and after the program for a fun camp-like experience, including games, making crafts, playing sports, teambuilding, and so much more! Locations: Fremont, McBride, Truman, Westport, Williams Elementary and Carver Middle School (after only). SPARC Office 837-5737 Register for camp.
Age: | Students going into grades K-8 |
| Date: | Weekdays, June 3-28; July 8-30 (*start date subject to change based on SPS calendar) |
| Time: | 6:30 a.m. to Explore starts, Explore dismissal at 6 p.m. |
| Fee: | Before Explore: $20/Week or $5/Week After Explore: $40/Week or $15/Week Proof of Free/Reduced lunch status required at registration for discount |
Summer Adventure Camp
An action-packed traditional summer camp experience with weekly themes, crafts, swimming, field trips, games and more, held at school-park sites. Campers will need to pack a lunch. Drop off and pick up campers at Harrison and Watkins Elementary and Glendale High School. Camp based at Harrison Elementary. SPARC Office 837-5737 Register for camp.
Age: | 5-12 yrs. |
| Date: | Weekdays, May 22*-Aug. 9 (*date subject to change based on SPS calendar) |
| Time: | 7 a.m.-6 p.m. |
| Fee: | $95/Week |
Z.E.B.R.A. (Zoo Education Broadens the Realization of Animals)
Classes and camps available from tots to teens, which encourages a lifelong love of learning and curiosity. Includes up close animal encounters, crafts and more. Read more and register for camp.
Adventure Days
If you like all kinds of outdoor adventure, these day trips are for you! Each day is packed full of different outdoor activities that include hiking, cave crawling, kayaking, and more. Sign up for one day, or for the ultimate adventure, all five! Drop off and pick up at Dan Kinney Family Center. Limited to 11 kids. Outdoor Initiatives 833-8647 Register for camp.
| Age: | 11-14 yrs. |
| Date: | June 5, 12, 19, July 10, July 31 |
| Time: | Wed., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. |
| Fee: | $30/Trip |
Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center Camp
Saddle up for summer! Horses are assigned to each camper for an action-packed week learning how to halter, lead, groom, saddle and ride! Other activities may include barn chores and equestrian-related art/crafts, games and group service project. Friday performance showcases campers’ skills. Bring lunch and snacks, wear jeans and closed-toe shoes. Helmets and horses provided. Camps may be repeated. Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center 417-833-3291 Register for camp.
| Age: | 7-17 yrs. | |
| Time: | 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Participants may be dropped off 30 min. prior and picked up 30 min. after camp times. |
| Date: | Beginner Camp | |
| Session 1: | June 3-7 | |
| Session 2: | June 24-28 | |
| Session 3: | July 15-19 | |
| Session 4: | July 29-Aug. 2 | |
| Session 5: | August 5-9 | |
| Intermediate Camp | ||
| Session 1: | June 10-14 | |
| Session 2: | July 8-12 | |
| Session 3: | July 22-26 | |
| Advanced Camp | ||
| Session 1: | June 17-21 | |
| Fee: | $325/Week |
Seasonal full day and half day summer camps for ages 4-12 yrs.
Little Farmers Day Camp
Dream of living life down on the farm? Come try it at Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park! We will learn how farmers live from day to day and how farming affects the environment. Campers will experience animal interactions. This camp also offers before and after care for an additional fee. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park 837-5949 Register for camp. | Register for before and after care.
| Age: | 6-7 yrs. |
Date: | June 24-28 |
Time: | Camp: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Before and after care: 7-9 a.m. and 3-5:30 p.m. |
Fee: | $80/5 days of camp $30/5 days of before and after care |
A Fairy Tale Farm Day Camp
Do you know who lives on the farm? We’ll explore the farm and meet all the animals that live there through animal interactions and some of our favorite fairy tale stories. This camp also offers before and after care for an additional fee. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park 837-5949 Register for camp. | Register for before and after care.
| Age: | 4-5 yrs. |
Date: | June 3-7 |
Time: | Camp: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Before and after care: 7-9 a.m. and 12-2:30 p.m. |
Fee: | $40/5 days of camp $30/5 days of before and after care |
Discovery Farm Day Camp
Do you have an inquisitive child who wants to know everything about animals? In this camp, we discover the answers to basic animal questions as we explore the barn and learn about the animals that live there. This camp also offers before and after care for an additional fee. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park 837-5949 Register for camp. | Register for before and after care.
| Age: | 6-7 yrs. |
Date: | June 10-14 |
Time: | Camp: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Before and after care: 7-9 a.m. and 3-5:30 p.m. |
Fee: | $80/5 days of camp $30/5 days of before and after care |
Wild West Day Camp
Calling all cowboys and cowgirls! This week campers participate in western-themed activities and spend time with miniature horses, just their size! This camp also offers before and after care for an additional fee. Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park 837-5949 Register for camp. | Register for before and after care.
| Age: | 4-5 yrs. |
Date: | Aug. 5-9 |
Time: | Camp: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Before and after care: 7-9 a.m. and 12-2:30 p.m. |
Fee: | $40/5 days of camp $30/5 days of before and after care |
Junior Golf Clinic at Bill and Payne Stewart Golf Course
Learn the basics of proper golf swing, chipping, putting and golf etiquette. Campers that choose both weeks can work on advancing their skills in the second session. Held at the par 3, 9-hole golf course, Betty Allison at Oscar Blom, right across from Bill and Payne Stewart Golf Course. 417-833-9962 Register now.
Age: | 7-15 yrs. |
Date: | Session 1: June 10-14 Session 2: July 15-19 |
Time | 8:30-10:30 a.m. |
Fee: | $80/Session $140/Both sessions |
Beginner Junior Golf Clinic at Horton Smith Golf Course
Ten days of group lessons cover the basics of proper golf swing, chipping, putting and golf etiquette. Includes goody bad with rule book, divot tools, tees, balls and more. Register by May 28. Horton Smith Golf Course 417-891-1639 Register now.
Age: | 7-15 yrs. |
Date: | Session 1: June 17-21, 24-28 |
Time | 5:15-6:15 p.m. |
Fee: | $80/Player |
Springfield Skate Park Skate Camp
Geared toward beginner and intermediate skateboarders. Riders will develop and enhance basic skateboarding skills while creating new friendships and building confidence. Instruction focuses on control, safety, park etiquette and skateboarding fundamentals. Space is limited, register in person. Limited skateboard rentals available. Scholarships may be available. Springfield Skate Park 417-868-8758
Age: | 6-14 yrs. |
Date: | June 1, 8, 15, and 22 |
Time | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. |
Fee: | $45 |
Springfield Skate Park Bike Camp
Geared toward beginner and intermediate bike riders. Riders will develop and enhance basic BMX biking skills while creating new friendships and building confidence. Instruction focuses on control, safety, park etiquette and biking fundamentals. Space is limited, registration required. Scholarships may be available. Springfield Skate Park 417-868-8758
Age: | 6-14 yrs. |
Date: | Aug. 20 and 27, Sept. 3 and 10 |
Time | 6-8 p.m. |
Fee: | $45 |
CSDP Summer Hockey Camp
Want to sharpen your hockey skills? Youth will receive on- and off-ice training to develop different abilities to become a great hockey player. Skating, body strength and overall knowledge of ice hockey, taught by certified coaches. Registration opens in April. Jordan Valley Ice Park 417-866-7444
Dates: | June 11-Aug. 1 |
Time: | 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
Ages | 9-18 yrs. |
Fee: | $75/week or $300 for all 6 weeks |
Figure Skating
If you’re already comfortable skating on the ice, this may be the camp for you! Work on your figure skating skills to become an even better skater. Open to all who have completed Learn to Skate Basic 3. Registration opens in April. Jordan Valley Ice Park 417-866-7444
| Dates: | June 4 - Aug. 2. (No camp week of July 4) |
| Time: | 7:45-2:30 p.m. |
| Ages: | 6-17 yrs. |
| Fee: | $300-450 |
Junior Master Gardener Day Camp
Campers learn something new about gardening every day, whether in the dirt, the butterfly house, or the kitchen. Participants who completes the week will become official Junior Master Gardeners. Springfield Botanical Gardens 417-891-1515 Register for camp.
Age: | 8-11 yrs. |
Date: | July 8-12 |
Time | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
Fee: | $60/Child $45/Friends of the Garden Members |
Junior Master Gardener II Day Camp for Middle Schoolers
Activities designed for middle-schoolers include plant experiments, creating inventions, planning a horticulture business, completing a service project and much more. Campers will become certified Junior Master Gardeners. Springfield Botanical Gardens 417-891-1515 Register for camp.
Age: | 12-15 yrs. |
Date: | July 22-26 |
Time | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
Fee: | $60/Child $45/Friends of the Garden Members |
Wildlife Gardener
Campers gain a greater appreciation of the wildlife in their communities and learn best practices of gardening for the environment. Great for returning Junior Master Gardeners and first-time campers alike. Campers will earn an official Wildlife Gardener pin and certificate. Springfield Botanical Gardens 417-891-1515 Register for camp.
Age: | 8-11 yrs. |
Date: | July 15-19 |
Time | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. |
Fee: | $60/Child $45/Friends of the Garden Members |
Scholarships may be available to Greene County residents ages 18 and under.